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While in custody, officers became worried for his welfare and he was taken to Royal Berkshire Hospital.

He was later discharged and returned to Loddon Valley Police Station, here he was found unresponsive in his cell.

He was taken back to the hospital but died on Sunday, April 2.

Leroy Junior Medford, who died in police custody

A spokeswoman for the IPCC said:“The independent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of Leroy Junior Medford on 2 April 2017 is well advanced.

“IPCC investigators have viewed a significant amount of CCTV footage and have taken detailed statements from police officers and other witnesses.

“Three officers and two members of police staff are now under investigation following concerns requiring further examination as to the adequacy of how Mr Medford was monitored while he was in custody at Loddon Valley Police Station.

“Enquiries are continuing, and once the independent investigation is complete the final report will be provided to Thames Valley Police for response, Mr Medford’s family, and HM Coroner in preparation for inquest proceedings."

Mr Medford’s funeral will be held at 1pm on Friday, July 7, at the All Nations Christian Centre in Berkeley Avenue, Coley.